“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** Despite being hit by two trucks, I remain happy.
*** What do you want to accomplish before you die? 
*** I lived in my van for six years, which was very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
     
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

YES, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FIND YOUR SUCCESS!
THINK  —  AND THEN THINK AGAIN.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE? 

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OPENING WORDS
     
I have been to many cities recently and don’t like cities. I would much rather be in wilderness areas. So I checked on the map and saw the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I had to go to get away from cars, towns, and people (I like you, though). Now that I’m here, there’s only nowhere to go.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmVNU9gCA2s
   
I was to the South, even to Florida. On my way north, I have an appointment with a neurologist in New Jersey on February 25. Both of my daughters have been helping with this. The doctor will report my results to Greg with Selective Insurance, who is looking into finding me a place to live at no charge.
   
In talking with my sister, Willow, I am finding out the words I’ve been using for the blog have been somewhat negative. I aim to bring you joy and happiness, so I must change my writing and ways.
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Jacob Tillman wrote this about the last blog >>
“This morning, I read your last blog post over breakfast. I agree with what you said, and I find myself blessed to have so much passion in my own life. I ended up starting my day with something I am very passionate about and haven’t been able to do in quite a while. I cleaned up an old swing bike I have had in storage for a long time (see attached picture). I had forgotten how much I enjoy working on bicycles. Your blog made me think about how I could bring more of this passion into my life.”
Thanks for your words, Jacob.
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And from Eddie Goldstein in Boulder (https://eddiegoldsteinmagic.com/eddie/) >>

“Kit, you are such a good person and essential to many people. 

I know you must be devastated at the moment.
But life — YOUR life — is precious.
So don’t give up hope. 

The best things in life aren’t things.

Call or text anytime to talk.
303-859-9424
Leave a message, as I may not pick up numbers I don’t recognize. 

You are worth it.”
Eddie Goldstein
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And my friend Larry wrote this >>

Kit–You’re a fighter and a creative artist. Your fantastic writing and life experiences will help you improve and continue to make a difference. Never give up!

You’re the BEST!!!

Please keep us posted on how you’re doing. I’m so sorry to hear about the accident. It’s now part of the past. A positive view of the future is what counts!

Best wishes for a full recovery!!!
– Larry Zeiger

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And today, I talked with my old friend Richard Turner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWcm2JDT4lQ
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GREAT FRIENDS SENDING ME WORDS, THANK YOU.
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BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
A blog about having fun???
Yesterday I was in an accident and lost everything.
How can I write about fun?
Well, the words were written previously; I hope they help you.
   
Yes, some of my recent blogs have been negative. I want to change my mindset. You shouldn’t have to read about my problems; we all have our own, and I’m sure you do. I want to encourage you to achieve your best no matter what might happen. I hope this will help you, Kath.
   
It’s up to you; you must MAKE things happen!
Always a choice–To choose joy–Or choose pain.
Always make the right choice.
   
There are a lot of things you can do to have fun by yourself–You are alright! You can read your favorite book, watch a movie, listen to music, walk, run, explore your city, bake a cake, or start a new project. The possibilities are endless! Just do what makes you joyful and enjoy your own company!
   
To bring more joy into your life, you can >>
Embrace your creativity.
Spend time with loved ones.
Try new hobbies or activities.
Actively engage in your existing interests.
Socialize with your friends and coworkers.
Essentially, step outside your comfort zone.
Take a second to notice the little things in life.
Consciously try to enjoy new and familiar things.
Actively seek out joyful moments in everyday life.
You can plan time to get involved in your hobbies.
Incorporate playful elements into your daily routine.
Watch funny movies or videos to make yourself laugh.
Try activities that you loved doing when you were young.
I encourage you to stay open to spontaneous experiences.
Do something spontaneous that you’ve never tried before.
     
You may feel incapable of even attempting to find pleasure, telling yourself that nothing brings “fun” anymore, a sad thing. You might withdraw from social interactions or activities because they seem pointless. Anhedonia is associated with anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. You’ve gotten through them before, you can again (I  will, too, watch me!)
   
Even with these problems, you can still bring joy to your life.    HA!
Recapturing the same motivation we once felt can seem impossible.
     
In the scheme of things, the start of 2025 is just behind us. We will fly through winter and spring and find ourselves on the precipice of fall. It’s arguably the best time of the year—there’s hope and the promise of warmer, brighter days ahead.
     
But often, with the excitement of your resolutions months behind us, our momentum slows. Look to the future and see the brighter days ahead. Watch as plants change, new growth and such. This can be a time of new growth for you, too. Make the changes that are necessary for a better life.
           
I’ve always skewed more seriously. When I’m in the zone with a goal in mind, it’s hard to see outside my carefully crafted action plan. But to be more carefree, I need to remember that breaking that script is exactly what you need to feel more joy in my everyday experience.
   
On a long hike, at the beach, or throwing juggling jprops, I easily enter a state of mind more about enjoying life than checking things off my to-do list. Yes, the beauty of nature tends to awaken that spirit in many of us. But it also has something to do with the fact that an interruption in the flow of life makes us feel more alive. Go with the flow (as they say.) 

EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
READ
Reading through the quotes below about life can do the trick if you’re looking for a pick-me-up or a healthy dose of motivation. Whether centered around positive affirmations, self-care, or success, life quotes can be powerful inspirational tools.
   
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
   
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
     
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
   
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
   
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.  
 
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
   
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
     
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
     
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage! 

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I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
     
“You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” —Serena Williams
     
“When you have a dream, you’ve got to grab it and never let go.” —Carol Burnett
     
“The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it’s all that matters.” —Steve Jobs
 
“Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come without leaving happier.” —Mother Teresa
   
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” —Oscar Wilde
     
“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” —Oprah Winfrey
     
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” —Franklin D. Roosevelt
   
“I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” —Michael Jordan
   
“You’ve got to be in it to win it.” —Tony Robbins
     
“It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop.” —Confucius
     
“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” —Dolly Parton
   
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” —Michelle Obama
     
“Confident people have a way of carrying themselves that makes others attracted to them.” —Sofia Vergara
   
“If you can do what you do best and be happy, you are further along in life than most people.” —Leonardo DiCaprio
   
“You can be everything. You can be the infinite amount of things that people are.” —Kesha
     
“Always go with your passions. Never ask yourself if it’s realistic or not.” —Deepak Chopra
     
“When you change your thoughts, remember to also change your world.” —Norman Vincent Peale
     
“The more you know who you are, and what you want, the less you let things upset you.” —Stephanie Perkins
     
“By being yourself, you put something wonderful in the world that was not there before.” —Edwin Elliot
   
“Do one thing every day that scares you.” —Eleanor Roosevelt
     
“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” —George Elliot
     
“Find out who you are and be that person.
That’s what your soul was put on this earth to be.
Find the truth, live that truth, and everything else will come.”
—Ellen DeGeneres
   
“When we can no longer change a situation,
we are challenged to change ourselves.”
—Viktor E. Frankl

YOU MUST IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!
YOU CAN TURN THINGS AROUND FAST AND ACHIEVE YOUR
WILDEST DREAMS NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IN LIFE!

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MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
   
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!     

2/7–What a great day! First, I drove through The Great Smokie Mountains National Park.
Take a look >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3SswHhJgcY&t=258s
That left me off at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Time to see Niels!
           
I thought he would be out of town, but I gave Niels Duinker a call — he was home!
Niels was between cruise ships performing–lucky for me.
Take a look >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3SswHhJgcY&t=258s
We talked for a while before we met at Panda Express for a meal (thanks again, Niels.)
He has performed so well all over the world.
Learn of Niels here >> https://www.comedyjuggler.com/
Watch this >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91rPNSvo5Bc
And this >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsF-W1vSuiM
   
There was a Walmart next door, so that is where I bedded down. 
Niels is a good juggler and a good friend.
My juggling path before the accident took me down the path Niels is on now with his juggling.
   
The good day left a smile on my face.
     
2/8–Slept at a Motel parking lot last night. Woke up as usual, about 3 am. I lay there for a while before moving on to my first thing. I looked on GPS and saw a McDonald’s about three miles away. Knowing they would be open at 5 am, I had to go.
   
Later, after the library opened at 9 am, I was off to
https://jcpls.org/dandridge-memorial-library/
I will be spending the day here.
   
While driving along, I got into a significant accident.
I have no memories of it, but I am told it was my fault.
My van was totaled, and so was I.
My van had and was everything to me — a huge loss.
It was such a significant change (and almost 300,000 miles.)
   
2/9–My mom’s birthday is today.
She died in 2014, an incredible loss.
What a shock to me this was.
   
Talked with my sister, Willow, today.
We had a good talk.
     
I talked with my juggling friend, Tommy Curtin, who will pick me up tomorrow and take me to his house. Then, one of my daughters will pick me up from Tommy’s and take me to where they are. So, everything is working out alright.
             
There is a grocery store/market right next door, but I have no stove or way to cook and eat; I just bought a box of crackers, peanut butter, and a big bottle of Riesling to wash it down. Dinner was butter on crackers with wine. I’ve eaten much better and will again.
     
Looking at my future, the view scares me.
I have always known where I was going and doing—nothing now.
​My friend, Steve Harrison, sent these words >>
“Kit, sorry to hear about your van.
Why don’t you ask for donations?
I will be happy to donate.”
It’s terrific to get Steve’s words.
Learn about Steve below >>
https://www.steveharrison.com/all-about-steve-harrison/
I would appreciate it if you could help me.
         
Another change: Tommy recently had back surgery and won’t be able to come pick me up. That’s okay; I will find a way (or will I?) 

2/10–The accident. Strangely, I remember nothing of what happened in the accident, but the van was destroyed. One eyewitness told me it was the other person’s fault, but the police report stated otherwise. I’m having a hard time getting through this. What should I do?
   
One stranger (but she wasn’t strange) handed me bills and said she wanted to help. I thanked her for her generosity, gave her a hug, and we parted ways. Later, I saw there was a one-hundred-dollar bill and $33 more. Very nice of her. Good people are everywhere.
           
2/11–Depressed today about the accident. I found out, from the police report, that the accident was my fault, although I have no memory of any of it.
     
2/12–Once again, I awoke at about 1 am.
Right away, I remembered the nightmare that I was currently living in.
       
I just got this message from my daughter >>

“We are considering having you rent a car from Enterprise and drive up here in one day. Could you do that? We’d set up an Uber to pick you up from the hotel and bring you to the enterprise location; you’d get the car, then go back to the hotel to pack up your stuff, and then drive all day to the Enterprise location in Lancaster to return the vehicle. We’d pick you up locally at Enterprise.”
     
That is such great news! 

I will be getting on the road tomorrow, and I’m scared. Linda, a taxi service that will take me around early tomorrow, will take me to Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Then, I have to figure out how to return to the hotel. I have to load all the stuff that was in the van and drive 12 hours to where Jasmine and April are. I hope you see how I might be scared. If just one thing is off, things can tumble. 

      
Welcome to my new world. I feel so weird; all my things fit onto one double bed! I like to be minimalistic, but come on now. I will go and get the rent-a-car, drive it here to the hotel, and then load everything (I hope it fits). How much room would ALL your stuff take up? 

   
2/13–I’ve been looking but couldn’t find my GPS. To my surprise, it was under a box. I’ve driven round-trip across the country at least 25 times, never having or using a GPS. Now, I can’t drive without it.
   
My wonderful daughters set up for me to get a car from Enterprise Rent-a-car. I will pick it up later and hope there is enough room for all my stuff. Once again, I have a fear of my upcoming future.
   
The drive back in the rental car, about 600 miles, was never-ending. When I returned, I followed the wrong coordinates and ended up in the wrong place. Driving at night is hard for me these days. Jasmine got a ride back from April to where I was and went with me in the rental car. Did I tell you that my daughters are amazing?
   
2/14–Nice to have so many friends and people who love me.

Dave Finnegan is helping on this, too,
My friend, Alex Morison, set this up for me >>
https://gofund.me/e3eedb8f
Can you help?

Or, write to Alex at alexjamesmorisun@gmail.com
     
Stayed in the hotel room all day today on my computer. Life has become difficult, and I do not like it. Some time ago, I remember saying aloud, “I love LIFE.  Yet, I must remain positive and look for good.

THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK

I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.

Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
     
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.    —
     
You must look into it.
   
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
   
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Are you having fun?
You are the one who has to make the fun.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 311–Finding Courage!
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?

“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG 309–You Must Live With Passion!
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see >> kitsummers.com
*** Despite being hit by two trucks, I remain happy.
*** What do you want to accomplish before you die?
*** I lived in my van for six years, which was very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFC5vLPDWRo 

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

********************
WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
     
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
Sign up at >> https://www.wordgenius.com/ 

YES, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FIND YOUR SUCCESS!
THINK  —  AND THEN THINK AGAIN.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE? 

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OPENING WORDS
This week went by quickly, and nothing of any significance occurred.
I drove north, heading toward my daughter’s area on February 25.
On the 25th, I will see a neurologist to let me know how I am doing.
Then, the insurance company will help me plan my future.
Yes, the plan will be coming to me soon.
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BLOG  309–Find the Passion!

Some of my passions over the years >>
Unicycling
Pole vaulting
Juggling
Woman
Recovery
Salsa
Writing books
     
Have you found passion in your life? This can be built and learned. To learn to have passion, actively explore what interests you. You might reflect on what truly excites you (or who). Please set aside dedicated time to pursue those activities. Become an expert of your chosen subject(s).
   
Your whole mind and being must go the direction of your desire. Eating and sleep can take a backseat to your desires, your passions. Once you let things take over, you will see how satisfying having a passion can be.
       
Try new things, including stepping outside your comfort zone and surrounding yourself with people who share similar passions. Essentially, do things that spark your curiosity and bring you joy, gradually gaining experiences to cultivate a more profound passion. You must immerse yourself.
     
If you feel like there’s something out there that you’re supposed to be doing if you have a passion, then stop wishing and just do it. Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you. Nothing great in the world has ever been accomplished without passion and purpose.
 
Are you tired of settling >>
for less than you are,
less than you can achieve,
less than you deserve?
     
Want to learn to live with passion so that you can turn every experience into an extraordinary, life-changing event? It’s time to stop wishing and start living. By doing so, you will acquire the vital life tools that will help you tap into the power of your passion.
   
Doing what you love is easier said than done. The things we love doing — like I do, spending time outdoors, traveling, falling down rabbit holes about obscure obsessions — are often not the kinds of things that can help us pay the bills.
     
Are you tired of settling for less than you can be, less than you can achieve, less than you deserve? Would you like to learn to live your life with passion so that you can turn your everyday experiences into extraordinary, life-changing events?
   
It’s time to stop wishing and start living because you are about to learn vital life tools that will help you tap into the power of desire, your passion. As any motivational speaker or successful startup founder will tell you, pursuing your passions is one way to ensure you make the most of your life.
   
Passion keeps you going through success and hardships and helps imbue day-to-day life with meaning and clarity. Without passion, we can feel frustrated and lost–with it, anything is possible. Passion is the driving force behind success and happiness and joy, pushing us to reach our fullest potential.
 
Your passions may include meeting new people, perfecting an age-old recipe, discovering emerging filmmakers, finding a new hobby or teaching yourself to code. And, as I’ve done, perfected a new juggling move.
   
Regardless of what your love is, there are always ways to pursue it, even if not in a professional capacity. Turning your hobby into a hustle can sometimes dim our excitement for doing something just because we enjoy it. You must love what you do.
     
Live with Passion.
Lead with Purpose.
It’s essential to put your heart into everything you do.
     
Living passionately means living as your true self. It’s doing the things that make you happiest, that you are most proud of and enthusiastic about, and that leaves you feeling fulfilled. Your passions are a massive part of contentment and self-esteem.
   
Passion is essential. With enthusiasm, desire, and love, we tend to be more resilient while encountering obstacles. It keeps your outlook more positive and allows you to overcome difficulties through problem-solving.
   
For example, passion is the human equivalent of the fuel that powers your car. Similarly, passion powers your lifetime of dreams. It is an energy source for living an inspired life–driven by purposeful action. More specifically, passion can be your vision for your life based on your core values, strengths, interests,  skills, and talents.
 
With it, you can overcome any obstacle, solve any problem, learn that new juggling trick, and circumnavigate the endless challenges that life throws your way. Without it, people often face anger, frustration, and disappointment and continuously get caught up in seemingly insurmountable problems.
   
Passion is born from the act of trying new things and from broadening your horizons. It isn’t something that suddenly finds you. I spent so much time learning juggling at the gym. You must proactively pursue passion by venturing outside your comfort zone to gain the necessary experiences to trigger that “YES” moment that can change your life.
   
Passion can also be developed through either love or hate. It comes from love for your life, your work, and the challenges you face, making a positive difference in other people’s lives.
   
Do you have passion? If you are like me, you are less likely to suffer from fear, indecision, and procrastination. Why? Because passion is a natural fuel that inspires want, desire, and action. Yet, those without passion are unfortunately running on empty, so they often succumb to fear and procrastination.
   
Many passionate people also fear indecision and are tempted by procrastination when faced with uncertainty and the unknown. However, despite these doubts, they persevere with a resilient energy that a person without passion cannot muster.
 
They can overcome challenges because their passion propels them forward beyond the present moment. Their passion allows them to see more, what’s beyond what is happening now, giving them a glimpse into a more positive and inspiring future. And that is precisely what drives a passionate person forward.
     
Passion is a form of energy that improves focus and self-confidence as we work toward our desired aims. Passionate people are focused because they know what they want to do, be, have, and achieve. They must commit their minds to where they need to go. This clarity helps them build self-confidence in their daily choices, decisions, and actions.
   
Above all, with passion, life becomes much more satisfying and uncomplicated because you are doing what you love and living your life on your terms. Living the life YOU desire. Yes, you will still experience heartbreak, setbacks, and endless challenges, but, overall, your life should take off.
   
Remember, as a passionate person, you are in full control and take total and complete responsibility for making the necessary changes to improve your life. This gives you personal power and allows you to live with a definite purpose that propels you forward daily.
   
In fact, following your passions will often enhance all other aspects of your life because passion is a state of mind above all else. As your mindset changes, your life is transformed. Always know that your passion can be anything and go in any direction. As you gain clarity about your personal expertise, you will bring it into the world. This level of knowledge is, of course, built upon your core values, individual strengths, motivations, and innate talents.
         
Your passions are there just waiting for you to pursue them!
Start today to follow the path to your dreams!
You are worth it! 

EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
   
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
     
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
   
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
 
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.  
   
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
   
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
     
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
   
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage! 

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I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
     
“My mission in life is not merely to survive but to thrive and to do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style.”
Maya Angelou
   
“I began to realize how important it was to be an enthusiast. He taught me that if you are interested in something, no matter what it is, you should go ahead with it at full speed. Embrace it with both arms, hug it, love it, and become passionate about it. Lukewarm is no good. Hot is no good either. White hot and passionate is the only thing to be.”
Emile Zola
 
“I would rather die of passion than of boredom.”
Maya Angelou
   
“Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams.”
Roald Dahl
     
“Ask yourself what makes you come alive.”
Donovan Bailey
   
“Passion is energy.
Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.”
Howard Thurman
     
“To live is the rarest thing in the world.
Most people exist, that…”
Oscar Wilde
   
“To live is the rarest thing in the world.
Most people exist, that is all.”
Oprah Winfrey
     
“It lies in all of us. Sleeping… waiting… and though unwanted, unbidden, it will stir… open its jaws and howl. It speaks to us… guides us. Passion rules us all. And we obey. What other choice do we have? Passion is the source of our finest moments. The joy of love… the clarity of hatred… the ecstasy of grief. It hurts sometimes more than we can bear. If we lived without passion, we could have some peace. But we would be hollow. Empty rooms, shuttered and dank. Without passion, we’d be truly dead.”
Oscar Wilde
 
“One person with passion is better than forty people merely interested.”
Joss Whedon
   
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer.”
E. M. Forster
   
“If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion.
Your passion will lead you right to your purpose.”
Harriet Tubman
   
“Just don’t give up trying to do what you want.”
T. D. Jakes
   
“Chase your passion, not your pension.”
Ella Fitzgerald
   
“Greatness is not possible without passion, whether the aspiration of an athlete, an artist, a scientist, a parent, or a businessperson.”
Tony Robbins
     
“If you have no passion in your life, then have you really lived? Find your passion, whatever it may be. Become it and let it become you, and you will find great things happen for you, to you, and because of you.”
Alan Armstrong
     
“If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. Your passion will lead you right to your purpose.”
T.D. Jakes
   
“If you don’t love what you do, you won’t do it with much conviction or passion.”
Mia Hamm
   
“Without passion, man is a mere latent force and possibility, like the flint which awaits the shock of the iron before it can give forth its spark.”
Henri-Frédéric Amiel
   
“I have no unique talents.
I am only passionately curious.”
Albert Einstein

YOU MUST IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!
YOU CAN TURN THINGS AROUND FAST AND ACHIEVE YOUR
WILDEST DREAMS NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IN LIFE!

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MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
   
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
     
1/31–Cindy reminded me I must attend the 47th Annual Groundhog Day Juggling Festival.
This is the first day, and there are already 30 or 40 people here.
Put on by www.atlantajugglers.org. Each year, they do a phenomenal job of putting this together.
     
I did not juggle today–at all. And I don’t care.
     
2/1–Still at the juggling fest. I just don’t fit in anymore; it hurts to write that. First of all, I am too old to fit in. And because I can’t juggle, what am I doing here? Oh, I guess I’m just wasting time until the appointment with the Neurosurgeon on Feb 25.
     
Looking around, I see that not many people are juggling. Most are just standing and talking.
I am having a hard time today.
   
At 2:08 p.m., a big marching band plays loudly. I’m not sure why, but there it is. Everyone stops juggling and sits to watch. Now, they are having a juggling show/competition. There is no juggling on the floor; everyone is watching.
       
At this point, I plan on performing later.
Yet, I have my doubts about that.
Kit on stage — I wonder.
     
The show started at about 9:33 p.m. I was scheduled to be in the third spot, so I did. I left out parts of the routines and forgot about them. After my performance, I received rave comments that made me feel good about the show.
     
Things didn’t finish until about 11:11, so I went to my van and set up to sleep. I had set up the window covers and prepared my sleepy place. I crawled right in and hit the snooze button.
   
2/2–Surprisingly, I looked outside and saw the light (the sun, that is.) I was surprised I slept that long. I checked the time, and it was about 7 am, good for me!
     
Always on top of things, I organized and cleaned the van as best I could. This ongoing project is always on my mind. How about your home? Are you constantly cleaning and organizing and cleaning? It should become a habit that you live by.
       
It has been cloudy and rainy for some time. Today, I awoke to a blue, clear sky, which was good to see. I looked at the van windows and saw they needed cleaning. So, this is another future project. As they say, there is always something. But if there were not something, life would get quite dull, don’t you think?
   
I had a banana for breakfast and an apple for lunch. I was not hungry; I just ate to live. Some old friends showed up, making it worth being here. At about 1 p.m., I looked around the room and didn’t see much going on.
     
Meredith Gordon just came by and thanked me for my book “Juggling with Finesse.” He told me he would never have entered the juggling world without it, which was lovely. I am glad I have an impact on people’s lives. He is at squeezetheclown.com; take a look.
 
I have reasons to live, after all.
     
I went to the home of Ray and Pat Stern, an old juggling friend of Ray’s. What a great life he and his wife have. On their property, Ray grows many edible things. I went to his house some years ago. Both are retired and living the life they want.
   
2/3–This comment came in today on Facebook:
“Juggling with Finesse used to be almost like a Bible to me.
Thank you for teaching me how to juggle.
It made my world.”
So great to read his words.
     
Some of Ray’s things have grown, so we cleared out his land and improved it. It is nicer now. Tomorrow, we will have even more control over his land.
   
2/4–Last night, I slept well until about 5 a.m. Then, I returned to my old ways, awakening between 2 and 3 a.m. I felt better when I got a longer night’s sleep. How can I do that every night?
   
I was helping Ray do some more work on his land. At one point, I used a branch-cutting saw when it slipped and came upon my finger, destroying it. I was going just to let it heal, but I decided to go to urgent care. A good cleaning and seven stitches later, I was out of there.
   
Ray and his wife, Pat, suggested I visit Tybee Island so that I could travel there next. It sounded like a fantastic place, and the photos were excellent. I had to go!
         
2/5–As usual, I awoke between 2 and 3 am. I just pulled off the road and had a good night of it.
   
2/6–I slept at the library on Tybee Island. Very quiet, very calm, a nice rest I had. As usual, I woke about 3:00 a.m., and here I am. Today, I will be in the library working on the blog and conversing how I can.
   
When I awoke, there was a shroud of fog and clouds. I drove around for a bit and could not see. I did know that it was a very touristy place. There were a couple of places Ray suggested I see, but I couldn’t in the fog.
   
This morning, I cleaned and straightened the van. I keep it as nice and organized as I can. You have an entire house to keep together, do you? Being organized and clean makes for a better life.
With Tybee Island, so you can’t see, I headed north.
   
My route from Florida took me near where I lived with Beth. She did not even want me to visit, which shocked me. I still don’t know why she broke us up and destroyed me. I go on with life. I passed the area, and I was hoping you could go and see me, my wife. Yes, we are still married, but sadly, we are not together. This change has driven me crazy. 
   
Later, as I passed by the turnoff for Congaree National Park, I almost went for a visit. I’ve been there a few times, and as you know from my writings in the past. So next time. I found a church to park and sleep at tonight. I’ve got protection well here. It was worth it, anyway?
   
2/7–I woke at about 4:00 a.m. and parked at a church overnight (god protected me?). I got on the road but don’t see so well at night. I got behind a big rig that could be my lights, but even that was difficult.
           
About 5 miles down the road, I saw a sign for McDonald’s on the next turn, so I headed there. I will work on the blog here until the light comes out, the sun, that is.

     THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK

I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.

Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
     
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.    —
     
You must look into it.
   
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
   
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Examine your passions.
Decide what is most important to you.
Make your passions happen!
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 310–I’m Here to Have Fun!
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?

“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG  308–Words of Fiction?
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see>Kit’s Website
*** Despite being hit by two trucks, I remain happy.
*** What do you want to accomplish before you die?
*** I lived in my van for six years, which was very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >>Video about Kit

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
     
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
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YES, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FIND YOUR SUCCESS!
THINK  —  AND THEN THINK AGAIN.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE? 

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OPENING WORDS
       
We always have a choice; I’m planning to live, really live, until I die. Whether it be a month or next year, I must live. That’s all anyone can do. So, make the life you have now the best you can. This is the only chance we have to live a life!
     
From pine trees to palm trees, I am driving from north to South, a trip I have made a few times before. I plan to have a near-local appointment on February 25 and must spend the time before then.
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BLOG  308–The Shaman and the Deer
Trying my hand at fiction writing, let me know . . .
   
A shaman is regarded as having access to and can influence the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some people in northern Asia and North America. Shamans often enter a trance state during a ritual and practice divination and healing. I am not confessing that I believe anything in that regard; I find it interesting.
   
As you may know, I have never believed in any of the gods humans have developed. These gods had many ways of controlling people and what they thought and did. I first got interested in shaman ways back in Jr. High with some books I was reading by Carlos Castaneda and others that interested me. The shaman way has no god to speak of.
     
Although I don’t believe in gods, shamans are notable religious or spiritual figures in many traditional Indigenous faiths. They function as healers, prophets, diviners, and custodians of religious lore.
   
A man with Pancho and a Hat Walked Through a Sacred Land in Peru. A few years ago, a shaman in Honduras taught a beneficial technique that clarifies one’s path and dissolves stress and anxiety. This technique profoundly affected my life, and I’d like to share it with you today.
   
I first read “Shaman” in junior high School. The words took me away. The deer spirit animal can inspire words of gratitude, grace, and assertiveness. Deer are often associated with peace, gentleness, and love.
     
Shamanism, or Spirit Animals. The deer is a spirit animal with a peaceful and gentle energy that connects deeply with those it guides. The deer’s presence in life encourages us to embrace gentleness, sensitivity, and the ability to face life’s challenges gracefully.
   
Here is one version of these “four laws of a shaman” from posts:
“The person who comes into your life is the right person.”
“What happens is the only thing that could have happened.”
“Anytime it starts is the right time.”
“When something ends, it ends.”
   
Shamanism isn’t a religion; it’s a way of relating to/exploring the universe. It’s not a doctrine, a set of beliefs, so inherently, it doesn’t recognize a conflict. I’ve had many students who found Jesus or Mary as their primary shamanic guide.
         
In biblical symbology, deer represents piety, devotion, and safety in God’s care. They symbolize a longing for a Lord and the ability to overcome obstacles. As graceful, timid, and beautiful creatures, deer can indicate naivete or innocence, depending on the context.
   
“I am a storyteller,” began the shaman. “The story we tell influences our experience of being alive, and how we react to our experience influences our story. What do you dare to dream of? What do you dare to let go of lovingly? How do you want to experience life in your heart of hearts?”
     
Overwater, undersea,
In the forest high, you’ll be.
Trust your instinct in the sea;
Bring the treasure home to me.
If you find it, as you might.
     
You will travel day and night.
As you see it, you will know,
As above, then so below.
Once you grasp it, you will be.
Ready then to cross the sea.
By Dan Millman in Sacred Journey
   
Inspirational words and suggestive photography will guide you.
A journey to rediscover the exquisite, graceful beauty and bounty of your being.
     
Stage 1: Call to the Shamanic Path
Stage 2: Awakening and Crisis
Stage 3: Training and Mentorship
Stage 4: Death and Rebirth
Stage 5: Spiritual Healing and Transformation
Stage 6: Mastery and Integration
Stage 7: Service and Contribution
     
Shamanism is regarded as one of the world’s oldest teachings and one of its newest. Paleolithic cave art shows evidence of shamanic practice, and contemporary societies are cultivating shamanic experiences, especially in their “New Age” or neo-shamanism variations.
     
“Let us remember who we are, and we will be gratefully together in unity; we will know what to do…What a blessing for each of us to have an opportunity to discover, in our heart of hearts, what is truly essential for us…”
     
Like much of the healing wisdom from native cultures, this teaching began with observing nature. As we sat together, the curandero asked me how I felt about deer. Yes, our furry four-legged friends that frolic in the forest. He explained that they are mighty animals and a great role model for humans to learn from.
     
The deer spirit animal can inspire words of gratitude, grace, and assertiveness.
Deer are often associated with peace, gentleness, and love

•  Gratitude and grace
•  Be thankful and gracious
•  Be graceful and diplomatic in negotiations
•  Use calm, clear communication to earn respect
•  Assertiveness
•  Be able to stand up for yourself and fight back cleverly and thoughtfully.
•  Assert your position in delicate situations
•  Be more decisive in your approach
•  Trust your intuition and have more confidence in yourself    
•  Balance Accept your weaknesses and mistakes, Develop your full potential and feel more fulfilled, and Balance masculinity and femininity. 
• Heart intelligence
•  Give and receive unconditional love
•  Stop being so hard on yourself or others
•  Tend to your heart if you’ve been hurt

A deer knows it’s a deer. It has no inner conflict about its past, purpose, needs, or destiny. It lives in the moment and is 100% resourceful, minute by minute, its senses entirely keen, its focus pure and unburdened. Do you spend most of your day this way? Or even just an hour? Some might argue this is not even possible in today’s world.
   
While we may not be able to live with apparent and open minds like our furry counterparts, we CAN begin to nurture longer stretches of this purity in our lives. 

How do we do this?
An Ancient Technique:

The practice below concerns noticing and preventing
Yourself from being derailed mentally and emotionally.
    
For example, you wake up and have a beautiful morning until you glimpse yourself in the mirror and notice something you don’t like. “Wow, I’m getting… (fill in the blank with your peeve about yourself – old, fat, skinny, bald, ugly, pale, stupid…).”
     
This bright, shiny detour sign beckons you to stop traveling your peaceful path and start engaging in negative self-analysis. Most of the time, we don’t notice this road sign – we fly right off the highway into the valley of the downward spiral. 

This can be a five—to ten-minute dialogue with yourself, laden with lower thoughts, that saps your energy for an hour and sometimes the entire day. The mirror is just one example, but it could be a phone call, a text message, a minor inconvenience that triggers a stress response, or the product of overthinking your life with a busy brain instead of simply being in the moment.

There are many ways to get there, but the destination is the same. Derailed. As you work with them, you see these mental detours for what they indeed are – invisible bars of a cage imprisoning your true self.

1) Pick an hour in your day. It doesn’t need to be quiet or free of distraction. This practice is best done during your everyday life. You can be at work, and/or with family, doing household chores, or out for a hike ­– the only thing that matters is starting this hour in a positive and happy frame of mind.

2) The actual practice is simple. For 60 minutes, proceed through life, remaining as peaceful as possible. Maintain a positive outlook, the only work you need to do is pay attention to your thoughts and gently note any times you slip into negative self-talk or get derailed.

This derailing doesn’t need to be primary for it to qualify—it can be as subtle as a two-second judgment or a brief moment of anxiety. To be clear, this practice is not about working with negative thought patterns. We inventory what comes up in our peripheral vision over an hour of daily life. The more emotionally neutral you can be, the more information you pick up.
   
The shaman gave me this bit of wisdom before I started:
“We are watching our thoughts like a child on a river bank, noting what floats by. Curious, playful even, but unattached.”

You should write down these negative triggers to work with them later, but this is entirely your choice. This life habit has helped me in two key ways >> 

1. As we walk through life, these disruption points are grand entryways or portals into more profound inner work LATER. 
2. Observing and acknowledging your triggers with an open and neutral eye can heal them in ways your brain cannot quantify. The light of consciousness is healing in itself. 

If you’re up for it, I’d like to challenge you to one of these power-hours of self-discovery. Anyone can do it, and the benefits to body and soul can be extraordinary. Yes, this is work. But it’s some of the most rewarding jobs I know of. Be you and see you. When I started doing this, I found it took work to identify the triggers themselves. I had almost programmed myself to ignore these subtleties in my reality. But once I began tracing negative emotions backward to where they sprouted, I had a huge a-ha moment. Once you notice how and when the seed is planted, you can begin to do more conscious inner gardening of your mind.

EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
   
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
   
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
   
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
   
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.  
   
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
   
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
     
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
     
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage! 

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I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
     
“A life lived in the absence of the psychedelic experience upon which primordial shamanism is based is life trivialized, life denied, life enslaved to the ego.”
Terence McKenna
   
“Shamanism is a path of knowledge, not of faith, and that knowledge cannot come from me or anyone else in this reality. To acquire that knowledge, including understanding the existence of the spirits, one must step through the shaman’s doorway and acquire empirical evidence.”
Michael Harner
   
“Shamanism is the oldest form of communicating and healing.
It probably resides in all of us.”
Amy Hardie
   
“It isn’t that a warrior learns shamanism as time goes by; instead, what he learns as time goes by is to save energy. This energy will enable him to handle some of the inaccessible energy fields. Shamanism is a state of awareness, the ability to use energy fields that are not employed to perceive the everyday world we know.”
Carlos Castaneda
   
“Shamanism is not a religion. It’s a method. The shaman’s path can become a way of life when this method is practiced with humility, reverence, and self-discipline.”
Hank Wesselman
     
“Nature is not our enemy to be raped and conquered.
Nature is ourselves, to be cherished and explored.”
Terence McKenna
     
“What’s really important about shamanism is that there is another reality that you can personally discover…we are not alone.”
Michael Harner
   
“The fundamental difference between an ordinary man and a warrior is that a warrior takes everything as a challenge. In contrast, an ordinary man takes everything as a blessing or a curse.”
Carlos Castaneda
   
“The Old Religion, as we call it, is closer in spirit to Native American traditions or the shamanism of the Arctic. It is not based on dogma, a set of beliefs, scriptures, or a sacred book revealed by a great man. Witchcraft takes its teachings from nature and reads inspiration from the movements of the sun, moon, and stars, the flight of birds, the slow growth of trees, and the cycles of the seasons.”
Starhawk.
       

YOU MUST IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!
YOU CAN TURN THINGS AROUND FAST AND ACHIEVE YOUR
WILDEST DREAMS NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IN LIFE!

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MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
   
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
     
1/25–I Spent most of my day at a library watching YouTube, educational programs, and non-educational programs, like Gomer Pyle. As I’ve written before, I have until February 22 to spend time however I want. I hate to waste time, but right now, I don’t have any other choice.
 
Things like this make me question whether life is indeed worth it. On Saturday, the library closes at 5 p.m. and opens at noon on Sunday. I have all night and all morning to do—what? The cold is returning, too. Talk about a miserable life.
   
All this makes me think of the good life I had with Beth.
There were many projects I would work on and things to do.
Perhaps I will help another special person in the future.
   
I’m starting to get itchy, so it’s time for a shower. I used the Summer Shower I’m going to put in my van. I get very clean with this, making sure there are no people around.
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I’m seeing too many cars, people, and buildings where I am now, near Palm Beach Gardens in Florida. I must drive away. I looked at the map and noticed Canal Point, this Point is where I am heading. It’s a small town; I will tell you how it is. Canal Point is right on Lake Okeechobee. (I do love that name.)
   
I ended up staying busy. I went to Home Depot with questions about a drill I recently bought. Lori helped me a lot.
   
I just walked out to the van to get the map. I forget to use my muscles and ankles to walk smoothly. I have to think about my walking efforts consciously, and everything goes much smoother when I do. You have to think clearly about everything you do with a conscious effort.
   
I’m at the library this Sunday. They open at noon and close at 5 p.m. I need a change so that I can leave for Canal Point soon. I have enough food and water to last a week or two. Are you hungry? Are you thirsty? Can I bring you something?
     
I have to get thoughts of Beth out of my mind. Now, looks like we will never be back together, something she refuses to participate in. I’ve always thought we could, but I must (however painful it is) stop having this woman in my mind.
   
Even these little towns, like Canal Point, have libraries.
I will let you know.
I will be back with you soon again.
Smaller towns interest me much more than cities.
   
It’s about 1 pm, and I am off to Canal Point.
I will let you know . . .
 
1/26–I’ve arrived at Canal Point. There are actually people living in this area. It has many houses, but not really any stores. I am voice typing; I like this. The time now is 2:15, and I think I’ll head over to the town of Okeechobee (boy, I love that name.) Before I go, I’ll break open a can of beer.
 
The small Park has picnic tables, fire pits, and a bathroom. It’s quite a nice place. I’ll stay here tonight. It’s too funny! The bathroom has a men’s room, a women’s room, and an all-gender restroom. Are there three genders of humans? What’s next?
   
When I was in Europe, there was no confusion or concern. Both sexes were in the same toilet room. A guy peed at a urinal, and no one saw anything. A girl or a guy entered a bathroom stall, and nothing was seen. Why do Americans get so weird about this? In many places, there is no distinction.
     
I’ve not juggled for quite a while. I picked up three balls; surprisingly, they danced in my hands. I’ve always wanted to return to juggling, so is this not the time? The clubs didn’t go as smoothly, but I could return to juggling.
   
I remember traveling with Tina. She has a cell phone, but there weren’t that many connections. Now, it seems, you can connect anywhere—a good thing. Tina is another person I was with, but I am no longer with her. I thought Beth would be my final interest. What is wrong with me?
   
Traveling in this way reminds me of when I was in southern Florida. I came upon a pond with about five alligators out of the water. As I drove up, they all headed toward the water. I saw a five-foot-one, grabbed it by the tail, and held it so he couldn’t go. After a little bit, I finally succumbed and let him go. I’ll never forget that—me and the gator.
     
1/27–I’ve decided to stay the night in this little Park. It’s perfect. It will be quiet and dark, and I will be happy. There’s an official bathroom, and I have all the amenities of home. Did you know? I carry many books; you might say I have a library. I just no longer have the librarian to go with the books, meaning Beth.
   
All my life, I’ve been go-go-go. I would benefit from this relaxing time and going slow, as I don’t do that often. Relaxing and going slow are new experiences for me.
   
I’m planning to break out the bike and go for a ride tomorrow. Things will close down, and I will go right on. I’ve not been riding that much because I don’t know what areas I’ve been in. I don’t want to get lost somewhere with my bike.
   
One guy at the little park took off, so I’m the only one there now. This is how I like it. I just checked; the temperature is 82° Fahrenheit. It’s pretty comfortable, I must say. An SUV just pulled in. It must have been 12 adults and kids who got out of the vehicle. It was a big group. I could tell they were all Mexican, which seems familiar around here.
 
All of them were going to follow one guy with the kid who went across the road and went walking somewhere. I’ll have to go over and look later and see what it is to see. They came back with big bags of green. They said they ate this; it was bitter to me.
     
I like this voice typing.
No worries about spelling or Gramma troubles (Gramer).
Right now, I’m lying down and adding to the blog.
     
The Mexican people who came in the SUV went out into the wilderness across the road and returned with a lot of greenery, like lettuce and edible vegetables. So that’s a good thing. I tasted some of what they picked. It had a bitter taste, but it was edible. It looked like they had gotten enough to last them for a while. Then they all filed back into the SUV, and off they went. Let’s go eat their bitter-leafed vegetables.
     
I found the sign >>> Triangle Park, 37001 of Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. I’m having a pleasant time, but my mind goes back and forth. Right now, I’m exquisitely happy. I must learn to bring on new feelings of joy whenever I need them. This is something you can learn, too, yes?
     
Now it’s 4:30 in the afternoon, and I’m all alone in the park. This looks good to me—it will be quiet, it will be dark, and I will be happy. Dinner was cheese and crackers, very satisfying. And some beer to wash it down.
 
I drove to Okeechobee this morning. It’s a small town, but it’s substantial. Many RV parks are scattered about, and when I get to the town’s heart, there are pretty large houses and buildings.
     
When I arrived in Okeechobee, I went directly to the library. However, the library is closed on Sunday and Monday, so I will go to McDonald’s. There are two McDonald’s in Okeechobee—it’s a big town, after all. I’ll spend some time working on the blog at McDonald’s and deciding where to go next.
   
1/28–I had to do it—summer has started!
Today, I wore my shorts and am barefoot.
Just like I like it.
   
I arrived at the McDonald’s at about 10:30, too early for a McChicken. Later, because I had more change to get rid of, I tried to pay with that. She gave me the McChicken and then gave the change back to me, too, like the other one. This is the third time this has happened. Try this yourself, see if it works for you. Perhaps it is easier for them than counting?
   
Right now it is 11:49 and I’ve already eaten lunch.
Remember, I have until February 23 to spend time.
I must find things to do. Any suggestions?
   
I saw Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park on the map, so if I could look. It ends up there’s not much to see around here. I’m just bush and growth, and I’m in a campground now. The name Kissimmee, Florida, comes from a Native American word that means “long water.” The exact origin of the name is debated, but it’s generally agreed to be a modern spelling of a tribal word. But is it Kissimmee or Kissayou?
     
I just pulled into a campsite. I had a couple of hours, and the camp host stopped by to tell me I was in a volunteer spot and that the campground was full. So, I’ll start back and look for a place to stay for the night.
   
I decided that staying around that area was not worth it. So, I headed down the road to the next library. The library is open until 8 pm, then be open tomorrow at 9am.   
Dinner tonight was two slices of cheese.
And what did you have for dinner?
     
I’m in Florida, so of course, I’m seeing a lot of Snowy White Egrets. Now it’s January 27-28? I didn’t see it very well. I hope for hours of reading. The longest time is when I wake up at 3:00 a.m. and then wait until the sun’s up, about 7:00. Between 5 and 7 drags on and on. I stay warm, uncover the windows, and look around. I am ready to start my day, but the day is not here yet.
     
While waiting for the appointment, I couldn’t figure out where to go for three weeks. Then, I looked at the map of Florida and noticed Ocala National Park. I have spent time there in the past, and I love the area. You will love it, too. I’m at Costco, filling up on gas, so that is no concern. I’m looking forward to returning to the forest in Ocala.
   
I’ve made it to Ocala National Park, which is nice, as I remember. Some people are in the spring/lake, along with a Blue Heron. I will swim tomorrow, and they have a shower, too. I’m currently working on the blog down by the spring/lake. It’s very lovely, with no one else here. 
   
Four freshwater springs characterize the landscape of the Ocala National Forest: Alexander Springs (where I went first), Juniper Springs, Silver Glen Springs, and Salt Springs. These springs provide diverse habitats for many plant and animal species.
     
It is common for animals such as the endangered Florida Manatee, turtles, alligators, snakes, raccoons, eagles, ospreys, herons, and egrets to frequent these waterways. I saw a few of these, to my joy.
   
I must work toward finding a place to park the van and sleep in there at no charge. They are official campsites, but I still feel strange about paying a fee to sleep in my van. I don’t sleep much anyway, so it doesn’t matter.
     
I awoke at my usual time, about 3 am. I read a book and wrote stuff to fill time until the sun pops her/his head up for the day.
     
1/29–Found a pull-out off the road where I parked and slept last night. One other guy was parked and staying there, too. A little later, I will jump into the big mineral water pool. Then, they have showers, so I must.
     
I have a Jackery Charger–
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I currently use it to charge my laptop.
The Jackery is hooked up, and I can charge it as I drive.
   
The spring water is 73 degrees year-round. This is because part of the body of water stays warm underground, making it perfect for swimming anytime.
   
I’m driving north to a different area. On the way,
I found a library. This place is brand new, as was its opening today:
https://www.mylakelibrary.org/.
It’s about noon, and I believe I will be here most of the day and even stay overnight in their lot.
       
As I had seen, I was the only one there for all my time at the library. At 1 pm, an old couple who was out came in.
   
I planned to stay the night at the library, so I parked on the road while waiting for them to close at 7 p.m. At one point, I almost got stuck in a ditch. I rocked the van back and forth and drove out of that bind. I’m thrilled not to have to wait for a tow truck or a toe truck; my feet are alright.
     
1/30–This tends to be the van day. Some years ago, I paid something like $200 for a lifetime wheel alignment maintenance at Tires Plus. Today was the day. After all, the alignment was just a little off, so that made me happy.
   
Next, I bought my tires from Discount Tire some time ago. Today, I had them checked and rotated. Things turned out well with them, too. I feel good about my wheels. Then, it was off to Costco to fill up on gas and food (samples).
     
1/31–Yesterday afternoon, I was talking with Cindy, and she reminded me about
https://atlantajugglers.org/festivals/upcoming-festival
So, right away, I started driving to Atlanta. 
       
Last night, I slept well until 3 am, anyway, and then I got on the road. It was difficult to see the road and where to get on the freeway at this early hour. I followed a truck and found a way. But, some miles down the road, I was having difficulty driving, so I pulled over to a McDonald’s.
   
I have arrived at 400 Ponce de Leon. This is the Yaarad Shriner Center. And looking around, after I arrived at about 9:00 a.m.. I see that I’ve been here before, I recognize most of the place. So it should be a good return for me.
   
Yes, I’m here about 9:00 a.m., like usual, early for something. Please don’t be going here until the late afternoon, so I’ll find stuff to do in the meantime.
     
Hope I went to Walmart. This one was a closed and empty building. I was so surprised. Costco was nearby, so I went there too. Full of gas, and it was really hard to get sample foods, so I bought a slice of cheese pizza. They used to make pizza with everything, it was fabulous, the best pizza I’ve ever had. I was told that this pizza took too long, so they just continued the pizza pie.
      

THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK

I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.

Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
     
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.    —
     
You must look into it.
   
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
   
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Do you believe all you know?
Or are there some things you are unsure of?
Much of life is like that.
This week, think about what you know.
Is this correct?
Perhaps a God, do you think, is there?
Or not.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 309–You Must Live Life With Passion!
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?

“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG  308–Words of Fiction?
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** More than just you, I hope I help many others through you.
** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see>Kit’s Website
*** Despite being hit by two trucks, I remain happy.
*** What do you want to accomplish before you die?
*** I lived in my van for six years, which was very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >>Video about Kit

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER!
They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
     
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
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YES, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FIND YOUR SUCCESS!
THINK  —  AND THEN THINK AGAIN.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE? 

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OPENING WORDS
       
We always have a choice; I’m planning to live, really live, until I die. Whether it be a month or next year, I must live. That’s all anyone can do. So, make the life you have now the best you can. This is the only chance we have to live a life!
     
From pine trees to palm trees, I am driving from north to South, a trip I have made a few times before. I plan to have a near-local appointment on February 25 and must spend the time before then.
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BLOG  308–The Shaman and the Deer
Trying my hand at fiction writing, let me know . . .
   
A shaman is regarded as having access to and can influence the world of good and evil spirits, especially among some people in northern Asia and North America. Shamans often enter a trance state during a ritual and practice divination and healing. I am not confessing that I believe anything in that regard; I find it interesting.
   
As you may know, I have never believed in any of the gods humans have developed. These gods had many ways of controlling people and what they thought and did. I first got interested in shaman ways back in Jr. High with some books I was reading by Carlos Castaneda and others that interested me. The shaman way has no god to speak of.
     
Although I don’t believe in gods, shamans are notable religious or spiritual figures in many traditional Indigenous faiths. They function as healers, prophets, diviners, and custodians of religious lore.
   
A man with Pancho and a Hat Walked Through a Sacred Land in Peru. A few years ago, a shaman in Honduras taught a beneficial technique that clarifies one’s path and dissolves stress and anxiety. This technique profoundly affected my life, and I’d like to share it with you today.
   
I first read “Shaman” in junior high School. The words took me away. The deer spirit animal can inspire words of gratitude, grace, and assertiveness. Deer are often associated with peace, gentleness, and love.
     
Shamanism, or Spirit Animals. The deer is a spirit animal with a peaceful and gentle energy that connects deeply with those it guides. The deer’s presence in life encourages us to embrace gentleness, sensitivity, and the ability to face life’s challenges gracefully.
   
Here is one version of these “four laws of a shaman” from posts:
“The person who comes into your life is the right person.”
“What happens is the only thing that could have happened.”
“Anytime it starts is the right time.”
“When something ends, it ends.”
     
Shamanism isn’t a religion; it’s a way of relating to/exploring the universe. It’s not a doctrine, a set of beliefs, so inherently, it doesn’t recognize a conflict. I’ve had many students who found Jesus or Mary as their primary shamanic guide.
         
In biblical symbology, deer represents piety, devotion, and safety in God’s care. They symbolize a longing for a Lord and the ability to overcome obstacles. As graceful, timid, and beautiful creatures, deer can indicate naivete or innocence, depending on the context.
   
“I am a storyteller,” began the shaman. “The story we tell influences our experience of being alive, and how we react to our experience influences our story. What do you dare to dream of? What do you dare to let go of lovingly? How do you want to experience life in your heart of hearts?”
     
Overwater, undersea,
In the forest high, you’ll be.
Trust your instinct in the sea;
Bring the treasure home to me.
If you find it, as you might.
     
You will travel day and night.
As you see it, you will know,
As above, then so below.
Once you grasp it, you will be.
Ready then to cross the sea.
By Dan Millman in Sacred Journey
   
Inspirational words and suggestive photography will guide you.
A journey to rediscover the exquisite, graceful beauty and bounty of your being.
     
Stage 1: Call to the Shamanic Path
Stage 2: Awakening and Crisis
Stage 3: Training and Mentorship
Stage 4: Death and Rebirth
Stage 5: Spiritual Healing and Transformation
Stage 6: Mastery and Integration
Stage 7: Service and Contribution
     
Shamanism is regarded as one of the world’s oldest teachings and one of its newest. Paleolithic cave art shows evidence of shamanic practice, and contemporary societies are cultivating shamanic experiences, especially in their “New Age” or neo-shamanism variations.
     
“Let us remember who we are, and we will be gratefully together in unity; we will know what to do…What a blessing for each of us to have an opportunity to discover, in our heart of hearts, what is truly essential for us…”
     
Like much of the healing wisdom from native cultures, this teaching began with observing nature. As we sat together, the curandero asked me how I felt about deer. Yes, our furry four-legged friends that frolic in the forest. He explained that they are mighty animals and a great role model for humans to learn from.
     
The deer spirit animal can inspire words of gratitude, grace, and assertiveness.
Deer are often associated with peace, gentleness, and love

•  Gratitude and grace
•  Be thankful and gracious
•  Be graceful and diplomatic in negotiations
•  Use calm, clear communication to earn respect
•  Assertiveness
•  Be able to stand up for yourself and fight back cleverly and thoughtfully.
•  Assert your position in delicate situations
•  Be more decisive in your approach
•  Trust your intuition and have more confidence in yourself    
•  Balance Accept your weaknesses and mistakes, Develop your full potential and feel more fulfilled, and Balance masculinity and femininity. 
• Heart intelligence
•  Give and receive unconditional love
•  Stop being so hard on yourself or others
•  Tend to your heart if you’ve been hurt

A deer knows it’s a deer. It has no inner conflict about its past, purpose, needs, or destiny. It lives in the moment and is 100% resourceful, minute by minute, its senses entirely keen, its focus pure and unburdened. Do you spend most of your day this way? Or even just an hour? Some might argue this is not even possible in today’s world.
     
While we may not be able to live with apparent and open minds like our furry counterparts, we CAN begin to nurture longer stretches of this purity in our lives.

How do we do this?
An Ancient Technique:

The practice below concerns noticing and preventing
Yourself from being derailed mentally and emotionally.

For example, you wake up and have a beautiful morning until you glimpse yourself in the mirror and notice something you don’t like. “Wow, I’m getting… (fill in the blank with your peeve about yourself – old, fat, skinny, bald, ugly, pale, stupid…).”
     
This bright, shiny detour sign beckons you to stop traveling your peaceful path and start engaging in negative self-analysis. Most of the time, we don’t notice this road sign – we fly right off the highway into the valley of the downward spiral. 

This can be a five—to ten-minute dialogue with yourself, laden with lower thoughts, that saps your energy for an hour and sometimes the entire day. The mirror is just one example, but it could be a phone call, a text message, a minor inconvenience that triggers a stress response, or the product of overthinking your life with a busy brain instead of simply being in the moment.

There are many ways to get there, but the destination is the same. Derailed. As you work with them, you see these mental detours for what they indeed are – invisible bars of a cage imprisoning your true self

1) Pick an hour in your day. It doesn’t need to be quiet or free of distraction. This practice is best done during your everyday life. You can be at work, and/or with family, doing household chores, or out for a hike ­– the only thing that matters is starting this hour in a positive and happy frame of mind.
2) The actual practice is simple. For 60 minutes, proceed through life, remaining as peaceful as possible. Maintain a positive outlook, the only work you need to do is pay attention to your thoughts and gently note any times you slip into negative self-talk or get derailed.

This derailing doesn’t need to be primary for it to qualify—it can be as subtle as a two-second judgment or a brief moment of anxiety. To be clear, this practice is not about working with negative thought patterns. We inventory what comes up in our peripheral vision over an hour of daily life. The more emotionally neutral you can be, the more information you pick up.
     
The shaman gave me this bit of wisdom before I started:
“We are watching our thoughts like a child on a river bank, noting what floats by. Curious, playful even, but unattached.”

You should write down these negative triggers to work with them later, but this is entirely your choice. This life habit has helped me in two key ways >> 

1. As we walk through life, these disruption points are grand entryways or portals into more profound inner work LATER. 
2. Observing and acknowledging your triggers with an open and neutral eye can heal them in ways your brain cannot quantify. The light of consciousness is healing in itself. 

If you’re up for it, I’d like to challenge you to one of these power-hours of self-discovery. Anyone can do it, and the benefits to body and soul can be extraordinary. Yes, this is work, but it’s some of the most rewarding jobs I know of. Be you, and see you.
   
When I started doing this, I found it took work to identify the triggers themselves. I had almost programmed myself to ignore these subtleties in my reality. But once I began tracing negative emotions backward to where they sprouted, I had a huge a-ha moment. Once you notice how and when the seed is planted, you can begin more conscious inner gardening of your mind.

EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
   
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
     
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
   
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
   
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.  
 
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
   
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
     
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
     
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage! 

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I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS
INSPIRE YOU AND ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
     
“A life lived in the absence of the psychedelic experience upon which primordial shamanism is based is life trivialized, life denied, life enslaved to the ego.”
Terence McKenna
   
“Shamanism is a path of knowledge, not of faith, and that knowledge cannot come from me or anyone else in this reality. To acquire that knowledge, including understanding the existence of the spirits, one must step through the shaman’s doorway and acquire empirical evidence.”
Michael Harner
   
“Shamanism is the oldest form of communicating and healing.
It probably resides in all of us.”
Amy Hardie
 
“It isn’t that a warrior learns shamanism as time goes by; instead, what he learns as time goes by is to save energy. This energy will enable him to handle some of the inaccessible energy fields. Shamanism is a state of awareness, the ability to use energy fields that are not employed to perceive the everyday world we know.”
Carlos Castaneda
   
“Shamanism is not a religion. It’s a method. The shaman’s path can become a way of life when this method is practiced with humility, reverence, and self-discipline.”
Hank Wesselman
     
“Nature is not our enemy to be raped and conquered.
Nature is ourselves, to be cherished and explored.”
Terence McKenna
     
“What’s really important about shamanism is that there is another reality that you can personally discover…we are not alone.”
Michael Harner
   
“The fundamental difference between an ordinary man and a warrior is that a warrior takes everything as a challenge. In contrast, an ordinary man takes everything as a blessing or a curse.”
Carlos Castaneda
   
“The Old Religion, as we call it, is closer in spirit to Native American traditions or the shamanism of the Arctic. It is not based on dogma, a set of beliefs, scriptures, or a sacred book revealed by a great man. Witchcraft takes its teachings from nature and reads inspiration from the movements of the sun, moon, and stars, the flight of birds, the slow growth of trees, and the cycles of the seasons.”
Starhawk

YOU MUST IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!
YOU CAN TURN THINGS AROUND FAST AND ACHIEVE YOUR
WILDEST DREAMS NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IN LIFE!

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MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
   
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
     
1/25–I Spent most of my day at a library watching YouTube, educational programs, and non-educational programs, like Gomer Pyle. As I’ve written before, I have until February 22 to spend time however I want. I hate to waste time, but right now, I don’t have any other choice.
   
Things like this make me question whether life is indeed worth it. On Saturday, the library closes at 5 p.m. and opens at noon on Sunday. I have all night and all morning to do—what? The cold is returning, too. Talk about a miserable life.
 
All this makes me think of the good life I had with Beth.
There were many projects I would work on and things to do.
Perhaps I will help another special person in the future.
   
I’m getting itchy, so it’s time for a shower. I used the Summer Shower I’m going to put in my van. I get very clean with this, ensuring no people are around.
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I’m seeing too many cars, people, and buildings where I am now, near Palm Beach Gardens in Florida. I must drive away. I looked at the map and noticed Canal Point, where I was heading. It’s a small town; I will tell you how it is. Canal Point is right on Lake Okeechobee. (I do love that name.)
   
I ended up staying busy. I went to Home Depot with questions about a drill I recently bought. Lori helped me a lot.
   
I just walked out to the van to get the map. I forget to use my muscles and ankles to walk smoothly. I have to think about my walking efforts consciously, and everything goes much smoother when I do. You have to think clearly about everything you do with a conscious effort.
   
I’m at the library this Sunday. They open at noon and close at 5 p.m. I need a change so that I can leave for Canal Point soon. I have enough food and water to last a week or two. Are you hungry? Are you thirsty? Can I bring you something?
     
I have to get thoughts of Beth out of my mind. Now, looks like we will never be back together, something she refuses to participate in. I’ve always thought we could, but I must (however painful it is) stop having this woman in my mind.
   
Even these little towns, like Canal Point, have libraries.
I will let you know.
I will be back with you soon again.
Smaller towns interest me much more than cities.
   
It’s about 1 pm, and I am off to Canal Point.
I will let you know . . .
   
1/26–I’ve arrived at Canal Point. People are living in this area. It has many houses, but not really any stores. I am voice typing; I like this. The time now is 2:15, and I think I’ll head over to the town of Okeechobee (boy, I love that name.) Before I go, I’ll break open a can of beer.
   
The small Park has picnic tables, fire pits, and a bathroom. It’s quite a nice place. I’ll stay here tonight. It’s too funny! The bathroom has a men’s room, a women’s room, and an all-gender restroom. Are there three genders of humans? What’s next?
 
When I was in Europe, there was no confusion or concern. Both sexes were in the same toilet room. A guy peed at a urinal, and no one saw anything. A girl or a guy entered a bathroom stall, and nothing was seen. Why do Americans get so weird about this? In many places, there is no distinction.
     
I’ve not juggled for quite a while. I picked up three balls; surprisingly, they danced in my hands. I’ve always wanted to return to juggling, so is this not the time? The clubs didn’t go as smoothly, but I could return to juggling.
   
I remember traveling with Tina. She has a cell phone, but there weren’t that many connections. Now, it seems, you can connect anywhere—a good thing. Tina is another person I was with, but I am no longer with her. I thought Beth would be my final interest. What is wrong with me?
   
Traveling in this way reminds me of when I was in southern Florida. I came upon a pond with about five alligators out of the water. As I drove up, they all headed toward the water. I saw a five-foot-one, grabbed it by the tail, and held it so he couldn’t go. After a little bit, I finally succumbed and let him go. I’ll never forget that—me and the gator.
       
1/27–I’ve decided to stay the night in this little Park. It’s perfect. It will be quiet and dark, and I will be happy. There’s an official bathroom, and I have all the amenities of a home. Did you know? I carry many books; you might say I have a library. I no longer have the librarian to go with the books, meaning Beth.
   
All my life, I’ve been go-go-go. I would benefit from this relaxing time and going slow, as I don’t do that often. Relaxing and going slow are new experiences for me.
   
I plan to break out the bike and go for a ride tomorrow. Things will close down, and I will go right on. I’ve not been riding that much because I don’t know what areas I’ve been in. I don’t want to get lost somewhere with my bike.
   
One guy at the little park took off, so I’m the only one there now. This is how I like it. I just checked; the temperature is 82° Fahrenheit. It’s pretty comfortable, I must say. An SUV just pulled in. It must have been 12 adults and kids who got out of the vehicle. It was a big group. I could tell they were all Mexican, which seems familiar around here.
 
All of them were going to follow one guy with the kid who went across the road and went walking somewhere. I’ll have to go over and look later and see what it is to see. They came back with big bags of green. They said they ate this; it was bitter to me.
     
I like this voice typing.
No worries about spelling or Gramma troubles (Grammer).
Right now, I’m lying down and adding to the blog.
     
The Mexican people who came in the SUV went out into the wilderness across the road and returned with a lot of greenery, like lettuce and edible vegetables. So that’s a good thing. I tasted some of what they picked. It had a bitter taste, but it was edible. It looked like they had gotten enough to last them for a while. Then they all filed back into the SUV, and off they went. Let’s go eat their bitter-leafed vegetables.
     
I found the sign >>> Triangle Park, 37001 of Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. I’m having a pleasant time, but my mind goes back and forth. Right now, I’m exquisitely happy. I must learn to bring on new feelings of joy whenever I need them. This is something you can learn, too, yes?
   
Now it’s 4:30 in the afternoon, and I’m alone in the park. This looks good to me—it will be quiet, it will be dark, and I will be happy. Dinner was cheese and crackers, very satisfying. And some beer to wash it down.
   
I drove to Okeechobee this morning. It’s a small town, but it’s substantial. Many RV parks are scattered about, and when I get to the town’s heart, there are pretty large houses and buildings.
     
When I arrived in Okeechobee, I went directly to the library. However, the library is closed on Sunday and Monday, so I will go to McDonald’s. There are two McDonald’s in Okeechobee—it’s a big town, after all. I’ll spend some time working on the blog at McDonald’s and deciding where to go next.
   
1/28–I had to do it—summer has started!
Today, I wore my shorts and am barefoot.
Like, I like it.
   
I arrived at the McDonald’s at about 10:30, too early for a McChicken. Later, because I had more change to get rid of, I tried to pay with that. She gave me the McChicken and then gave the change back to me, like the other one. This is the third time this has happened. Try this yourself, see if it works for you. Perhaps it is easier for them than counting?
 
Right now, it is 11:49, and I’ve already eaten lunch.
Remember, I have until February 23 to spend time.
I must find things to do. Any suggestions?
   
I saw Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park on the map, so if I could look. It ends up there’s not much to see around here. I’m just bush and growth, and I’m in a campground now. The name Kissimmee, Florida, comes from a Native American word that means “long water.” The exact origin of the name is debated, but it’s generally agreed to be a modern spelling of a tribal word. But is it Kissimmee or Kissayou?
     
I just pulled into a campsite. I had a couple of hours, and the camp host stopped by to tell me I was in a volunteer spot and that the campground was full. So, I’ll start back and look for a place to stay for the night.
   
I decided that staying around that area was not worth it, so I headed to the next library. The library is open until 8 p.m. and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m.
Dinner tonight was two slices of cheese.
And what did you have for dinner?
     
I’m in Florida, so of course, I’m seeing a lot of Snowy White Egrets. Now it’s January 27-28? I didn’t see it very well. I hope for hours of reading. The longest time is when I wake up at 3:00 a.m. and then wait until the sun’s up, about 7:00. Between 5 and 7 drags on and on. I stay warm, uncover the windows, and look around. I am ready to start my day, but the day is not here yet.
   
While waiting for the appointment, I couldn’t figure out where to go for three weeks. Then, I looked at the map of Florida and noticed Ocala National Park. I have spent time there in the past, and I love the area. You will love it, too. I’m at Costco, filling up on gas, so that is no concern. I’m looking forward to returning to the forest in Ocala.
   
I’ve made it to Ocala National Park, which is nice, as I remember. Some people are in the spring or lake, along with a Blue Heron. I will swim tomorrow, and they have a shower, too. I’m currently working on the blog down by the spring or lake. It’s very lovely, with no one else here.
   
Four freshwater springs characterize the landscape of the Ocala National Forest: Alexander Springs (where I went first), Juniper Springs, Silver Glen Springs, and Salt Springs. These springs provide diverse habitats for many plant and animal species.
     
It is common for animals such as the endangered Florida Manatee, turtles, alligators, snakes, raccoons, eagles, ospreys, herons, and egrets to frequent these waterways. I saw a few of these, to my joy.
   
I must work toward finding a place to park the van and sleep in there at no charge. They are official campsites, but I still feel strange about paying a fee to sleep in my van. I don’t sleep much anyway, so it doesn’t matter.
     
I awoke at my usual time, about 3 am. I read a book and wrote stuff to fill time until the sun pops her/his head up for the day.
     
1/29–Found a pull-out off the road where I parked and slept last night. One other guy was parked and staying there, too. A little later, I will jump into the big mineral water pool. Then, they have showers, so I must.
     
I have a Jackery Charger–
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I currently use it to charge my laptop.
The Jackery is hooked up, and I can charge it as I drive.
   
The spring water is 73 degrees year-round. This is because part of the body of water stays warm underground, making it perfect for swimming anytime.
   
I’m driving north to a different area. On the way,
I found a library. This place is brand new, as was its opening today:
https://www.mylakelibrary.org/.
It’s about noon, and I believe I will be here most of the day and even stay overnight in their lot.
       
As I had seen, I was the only one there for all my time at the library. At 1 pm, an old couple who was out came in.
   
I planned to stay the night at the library, so I parked on the road while waiting for them to close at 7 p.m. At one point, I almost got stuck in a ditch. I rocked the van back and forth and drove out of that bind. I’m thrilled not to wait for a tow or tow truck. (My feet are alright.)
     
1/30—This tends to be the van day. I paid about $200 for a lifetime wheel alignment maintenance at Tires Plus some years ago. Today was the day. After all, the alignment was just a little off, so that made me happy.
   
Next, I bought my tires from Discount Tire some time ago. Today, I had them checked and rotated. Things turned out well with them, too. I feel good about my wheels. Then, it was off to Costco to fill up on gas and food (samples).
     
1/31–Yesterday afternoon, I was talking with Cindy, and she reminded me about
https://atlantajugglers.org/festivals/upcoming-festival
So, right away, I started driving to Atlanta. 
       
Last night, I slept well until 3 am, anyway, and then I got on the road. It wasn’t easy to see the road and where to get on the freeway at this early hour. I followed a truck and found a way. But, some miles down the road, I was having difficulty driving, so I pulled over to a McDonald’s.
   
I have arrived at 400 Ponce de Leon. This is the Yaarad Shriner Center. Looking around, after I arrived at about 9:00 a.m.. I see that I’ve been here before, I recognize most of the place. So it should be a good return for me.
   
Yes, I’m here at about 9:00 a.m., like usual, early for something.
Please don’t come until late afternoon, so I’ll find something to do.
     
I hope I went to Walmart. This one was a closed and empty building, which surprised me. Costco was nearby, so I went there, too. I was full of gas, and it was tough to get sample foods, so I bought a slice of cheese pizza. They used to make pizza with everything. It was fabulous, the best pizza I’ve ever had. I was told that this pizza took too long, so they just continued the pizza.

I’ll have photos of the juggling bash next week.
      

THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK

I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.

Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
     
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.    —
     
You must look into it.
   
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
   
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Do you believe all you know?
Or are there some things you are unsure of?
Much of life is like that.
This week, think about what you know.
Is this correct?
Perhaps a God, do you think, is there?
Or not.
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 309–You Must Live Life With Passion!
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?

“KITTING AROUND”
BLOG  307–Planning Beforehand
Don’t sleepwalk through life.
I aim to Illuminate your Life with my Words.
Do You Wander Aimlessly or Wonder About the Possibilities?
Embark on Your Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth.
Let’s Ignite Moments of Self-reflection and Deep Contemplation Together.
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU TO LIVE DIFFERENTLY AND BETTER!

*** A world-class juggler/performer.
*** The value that every moment has.
*** Only YOU know what is best for you.
*** Going through a 37-day coma — Yikes!
*** The joy I experience in life is a wondrous thing!
*** It was a life-altering experience that gave me joy.
*** This blog looks best when viewed on a laptop.
*** If you read through Facebook, see>Kit’s Website
*** Despite being hit by two trucks, I remain happy.
*** What do you want to accomplish before you die?
*** I lived in my van for six years, which was very nice.
*** I visited all US national parks and met Beth.
*** Beth and I married on 2/22/22 at 2:22.
*** But sadly, our divorce is imminent.
*** What are you genuinely passionate about?
*** What do you want to accomplish?
*** You cannot change the past.
*** Remember, the future will come.
*** All you have is now—ALWAYS!
*** Have you seen >>Video about Kit

BE TAKEN AWAY WITH ME
ON WONDERFUL ADVENTURES!

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WHY I WRITE THIS BLOG
You will have many in your life who assist and teach; I hope I help guide you. I want to lighten your path toward excellence. I am not trying to show you “the way”; I am trying to help you find “your way.” Writing this blog each week is new and different for me each time—I love it! In other words, I hope to continually add to your life and bring you to a higher level. Your life should always be starting again–a better life each time!
     
I WANT TO INSPIRE YOU WITH MY WORDS –WORDS HAVE POWER! They can fill you with optimism and empower you to think positively.
Are you accomplishing what you want before your eventual demise?
You can (and should) make changes to improve your life — at every age. Let this thought motivate and drive you towards self-improvement.
Of course, that leads to helping others to have a better life.
We all need to help each other to reach a higher level.
         
MY EXPERIENCES
You already know much about what I write, and I want to remind you of these ideas and show that my views can provide you with additional thoughts, along with yours, to help you.
I hope to spread ideas from my life so you can live better.
Remember — only you know what is best for you.
And — you are only as young as the last time you changed your mind!
     
Learn a New Word — Every Day!
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YES, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO FIND YOUR SUCCESS!
THINK  —  AND THEN THINK AGAIN.
WHAT NEW STORIES ARE YOU READY TO WRITE? 

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OPENING WORDS
       
I am so lonely out here on the road. I heard from Beth, who wrote that she never wants to hear from or see me again. I am shocked. We had a good relationship, but she has also cut off all communication with me. This makes me very unhappy.
   
I heard from Dave Finnigan https://www.facebook.com/davefinnigan/. 
And Cindy Marvell https://cindymarvell.com/.
Thank you for your words; you are both good friends and so good to hear from you.

WILL I HEAR FROM YOU SOON?

I focused on my van and the necessary improvements. The brakes were so bad that it was hard to stop, so of course, I had to fix that problem. Two more days of rain are expected, and the temperature will increase to about 70. The bill for the van was over $500, and that hurt.
 
I am at Walmart, waiting for my van’s oil change. The appointment is scheduled for 11 a.m., but I have been there since about 8, and they can’t fit me in yet.
Where to go next- I have no idea.
I came to Florida for the warmth.
The north had a cold spell, which was kind of scary.
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BLOG  307–PLANNING BEFOREHAND
I thought of this blog post while preparing for the upcoming Arctic blast. There are things I can do to stay warmer in the van. I have a blanket and a sheet insert, and I wore two pairs of socks and a sleepy bag that goes down to 0 degrees centigrade. I was warm, even though it got down to 0 degrees centigrade. (0 equals 32 degrees Fahrenheit—freezing.) I sleep using a sock or sheet to cover me before getting into my sleepy bag.
   
About the human sleeve, as I call it. The sleepy bag is big and complex to wash at times. So, my daughter Jasmine made an insert that covers me like a big sock. This was made with a sheet from a double bed, folded in half long ways, and sewed on one side, and one end was sewn. So, I get into this before getting into the sleepy bag.
     
If you are alone in life (sorry), you can make this body cover for any bed. To use this method, you only have to turn the sheet or sock inside out and wash it every week or two. You then wash the bedding sheets and blankets a few times a year.
 
It’s never too early to start planning for your future. However, the sooner you start, the better off you’ll be. You must take action now if you want a life filled with hope, promise, and potential. This blog post often discusses planning tips for achieving your hopes, goals, and dreams.
   
Planning can help you manage your life, reach and set goals, and get more done. Consider what you want to achieve and set clear goals. Make a plan: Create an action plan to help you achieve your goals. Then stick to it until you achieve what you want.
     
First, break down your plan into smaller tasks to make it easier to control. You may need to check in on your plan and adjust it as needed. You need to identify your needs before they become problems. Create a “not-to-do list” to identify tasks you don’t want to do or prevent you from being productive.
     
Find ways to overcome these challenges and difficulties before they become too overwhelming. One option is to create a budget to help you manage your finances and reach your goals. Another is to plan for the future: Consider how you want to be cared for when you are old, and make arrangements as necessary.
   
Planning can help you feel more in control of your life and motivate you to keep working towards your plans and goals. Even though your future is often uncertain, you can succeed by planning for it now. We don’t know what good or bad things will happen; learn to change with the changes.
     
You may hear some advice that it’s better to be present in the moment and enjoy life for what it is. While this advice can help remove unnecessary worries about the future, it doesn’t mean we should stop caring about our future.
   
On the contrary, it doesn’t hurt to make plans, think about the ideal life you want, and then take action toward fulfilling your goals and plans. No matter how bleak the current scenario is, who knows if you can make it and fulfill what you have planned for your life? MAKE IT HAPPEN!
     
If you want to plan your life, it’s ideal to do it while still young. This way, you can still make corrections and have time and opportunity to make changes. Have your children start this early. They can learn to make plans as early as they are still in school.
     
One can excel in the subjects that will help them fulfill their goal and pursue the necessary college degree. However, many young people will probably not think too deeply about such matters and will take whatever course they believe will make them profit.
     
Money can be a big part of making plans for the future, so most people will probably make plans once they get a job since they are already earning money. Still, when one plans for the future, starting early is better so you can have more freedom in making adjustments.
     
A spot where you can be by yourself without distractions and think hard about what matters to you, what gives you fulfillment and happiness, and what vision you want to achieve ultimately. Finally, think about the ideal life you want to have and what you can do to make that life a reality.
     
Keeping an open mind when creating such plans is important because things can change anytime, and you may even have to change your ultimate goals. What’s essential is maintaining your motivation and productivity to see things through and determine whether your efforts will succeed. 

EMBRACE THE PRESENT MOMENT — EVERY SINGLE INSTANT! 

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WORDS TO INSPIRE YOU!
Inspirational quotes and sayings have a unique ability to change the way we feel about life and can change our thoughts. They are attractive, challenging, and essential on our path to joy and happiness and finding ways to inspire ourselves and others.
     
THE BURST!
Inspirational quotes and ideas give us a quick and timely burst of wisdom to regain our focus, offering the inspiration needed for the day or occasion. I hope the words below bring a smile to your face and drive you to make this day and every day a fantastic event.
 
BE POSITIVE!
Just as positive words can make someone smile, and a well-timed amusing quote can make someone laugh, your thoughts react to the world in real time. Have this control! You have complete control over only one thing in the universe—YOUR THINKING!—and that’s where motivational quotes come in!
     
“YOU”
Your quality of thinking and how you think and feel about yourself, including your beliefs and expectations about what is possible, determine everything in your life. Use quotes to move ahead in your life.
   
SELF-TALK IS SO ESSENTIAL—THINK RIGHT!
To stay motivated, you have to use each day as an opportunity to improve and get closer to your goals. It might sound like a lot of work—and with your busy schedule—next to impossible. But you can do it! Motivational words, yes, are just words. But they are positive words; they will keep you on track.
   
QUOTES
Motivational quotes affect our brain, behavior, and lives because they make us feel like we are in control of our success and have self-efficacy. Quotes make us believe that we have the confidence to complete a task successfully, which is different from having the motivation to succeed.  
   
QUOTES WILL BENEFIT YOU!
Positive and inspiring quotes can be like sunshine on a cloudy day. They inject optimism into our thoughts, brighten our mood, and help us focus on the good in life. They remind us that even in the face of adversity, we can see the silver lining and embrace a positive attitude.
 
PEARLS OF WISDOM
In a world filled with challenges and indecisiveness, the power of inspirational quotes cannot be exaggerated. These pearls of wisdom uniquely uplift our spirits, can spark positive change, and fuel our motivation often when we need it most.
     
WORDS WILL CHANGE YOU!
The correct motivational quote can change you and things—helping you ditch the excuses, escape your comfort zone, and take action. Read these words with an open mind and learn to improve your life.
     
THESE QUOTES
When you read these quotes, you’ll also realize that many other people worldwide are experiencing these feelings. These feelings make you think you’re the only person who could feel this bad. But you’re not. Lots and lots of other people feel bad, too. This is the irony of it. You don’t want other people to feel crappy, but it does make you feel better or at least comforted to know that other people feel just as bad as you.
     
READ CAREFULLY
These quotes can be used when you wake up or prepare for work.
You can write your favorite quotes somewhere where you can see them first thing in the morning.
These quotes are motivating, inspiring, and encouraging.
They will help you see your potential, stay motivated, and see the beauty in every morning.
Use them to your advantage! 

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I HOPE THE FOLLOWING WORDS ADD TO YOUR LIFE >>
     
1) “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” – Abraham Lincoln

2) “Good fortune is what happens when opportunity meets with planning.” – Thomas Edison

3) “A plan is a list of actions arranged in whatever sequence is thought likely to achieve an objective.” – John Argenti

4) “Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” – Warren Buffett

5) “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” – Yogi Berra

6) “Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act. There is no other route to success.” – Pablo Picasso

7) “Always plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark.” – Richard Cushing

8) “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, not the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” – Charles Darwin

9) “The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.” – Robert Frost

10) “Never look back unless you are planning to go that way.” – Henry David Thoreau

11) “There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.” – Douglas H. Everett

12) “Plans are only good intentions unless they immediately degenerate into hard work.” – Peter Drucker

13) “I don’t believe in failure. It’s not a failure if you enjoy the process.” – Oprah Winfrey

14) “Chance favors the prepared mind.”– Louis Pasteur

15) “Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans.” – Peter F. Drucker

16) “Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men’s blood. Make big plans, aim high in hope and work.” – Daniel H. Burnham

17) “Plan your work for today and every day, then work your plan.” – Margaret Thatcher

18) “No plan ever failed due to good planning.” – Jury Nel

19) “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” – John F. Kennedy

20) “It’s not the plan that’s important, it’s the planning.” – Dr. Gramme Edwards
       

YOU MUST IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR THINKING,
YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE’S DIFFERENTIA—SOMETIMES INSTANTLY!
COMPOSE A NOBLE BOOK AND WRITE A BEST-SELLER.
YOU ARE AMAZING—PLAY YOUR PART!
YOU CAN TURN THINGS AROUND FAST AND ACHIEVE YOUR
WILDEST DREAMS NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IN LIFE!

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MY DAILY JOTTINGS >>
Each week goes by so quickly, don’t you think?
It seems like time is going by faster and faster.
You must live joyfully, daily, for each day!
   
Do you know what you did last Monday?
Do you remember what you ate for dinner last Thursday?
Keep track of your doings for a few weeks; you will see your time differently.
Remember, the quality of your life depends on what you do each day–each moment!
     
1/18–The rains have started. All day today, I drove through the raindrops. I went to a few libraries to spend time and work on stuff, but I found that they were all closed. So, I am at a McDonald’s, eating a Mcchicken, and working on my computer.
     
I’ve even considered checking into a motel to spend time, but that costs money. Most motels have internet access now, and there’s always the TV, but I will be alright sitting and working and then, later, sleeping in the van.
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Yes, it is a peculiar life I lead.
But I don’t know how to change things.
Today is Saturday, and libraries are all closed, like tomorrow.

With rain coming down, figuring out what to do is difficult. I’m going south; I have no destination. I guess I will get back in the van and drive further south. On my map, I noticed Myrtle Beach was just east of where I was.
     
My friend, juggler Niels Duinker, lives in Myrtle Beach. I sent him a message about stoppijg to see him, and he got right back to me. He is currently traveling on a cruise ship while performing. I am hoping he will be back when I travel back north. Here is Niels >> Niels Duinker – Comedy Juggling Show
   
The rain continues to fall. I have driven to Myrtle Beach and will look around. It is a tourist town, and I am not a tourist. Right now, I am at a McDonald’s using their Wi-Fi. I’m not even going to buy any food; I am not hungry. Am I happy — the answer is no.
   
I found the map showing Marion National Forest right ahead, so I had to go. The mini houses built here are very nice places to live. I slept for the night when they were building a new home.
   
I want to clean, build, and organize the van so the rain will not be here tomorrow. I have much to do. Tonight, I expect it to be absolutely quiet and spectacularly dark. I’m hoping for a good sleep. Last week, I bought a big bottle of wine. As the volume diminishes, I’m enjoying it right now. Cheers, my friend. 

I’m feeling better all the time. It’s great to be in the forest again; I’ve missed that much. Tomorrow, I should find more woods to go through. 

So, until February 20th, I will be roaming around Florida. Do you have any suggestions on where to go or who to see? I may even come and visit you. Can you imagine spending a month in Florida? I wish a bear would show up. All my life, I wanted to play patty cake with a bear.
   
1/19–Slept until about 4:30. Everything was dark, rainy, and scary.
 
It was Sunday, and I had to go to church. Although I have attended church services worldwide, they all seem somewhat similar; this was my first time at a church in the Bible Belt. What a passionate group of people!
   
I hate to write in black and white, but I was the only white person there. This passionate group would applaud at the slightest thing. There were about 60 people there, including 10 kids. All these people were so happy it was Sunday. At one point, everyone went up front, and many fell to the stage.
     
Everyone is trained so well. Yes, the church is a training place. Some were crying, really into it. Music was a big part of the day for people. Sometimes, the drums were so loud you couldn’t hear the speaker. I slept in the area.
                 
I got on the road and put in miles. It is about 4:00 a.m., and I’m parked in a gas station. No other cars are around, and I’m waiting for some sunlight. It’s hard to see when it’s dark like this, especially with raindrops. I have no idea where I’m going or why, but I’ll get there.
     
As often happens, I found a McDonald’s at 6:20 am. But they were closed, and I had no idea when they opened. I’ll wait here to use their Wi-Fi later. By seven, they were still closed. It’s hard to drive in the early morning without sunlight, so I’m waiting for the sun to appear.
 
It’s often more difficult for me to drive when the sun is not out. I’m still at McDonald’s. It’s 7:15, and they’re still not open. I must spend time, but I’ll be heading down the road. The sun is just coming up, and they can see better.
   
It’s been a few days, and I’m getting itchy. It’s time for a shower. I hang my shower bag on the van door. I often shower fully naked, but behind the van, where no one can see me (sorry). I was near a train track. It was good that a passenger train hadn’t gone by; the people would have laughed nicely.
     
I headed down the road and found an open McDonald’s. I set up my computer and then went to order. Do I look like I have no money? I save the change and sometimes use it to purchase food. When I counted my change, she returned the sausage biscuit and the money. Libraries are closed today, Sunday so I will be on the road.
   
I’ll be ok, no worries.
   
As I drove down the road, I found a campsite on a lake—perfect for me. No one was at the booth where you checked in, so I just took a spot on the lake, which was very nice. I slept in my van and left in the morning. They could have gotten their fee but weren’t at the booth, which was lucky for me.
   
1/20–Being in Florida, I contacted my friend, Dave Finnegan. Dave and I wrote the two best books ever written on juggling. Mine, you might know, is “Juggling with Finesse.” Dave’s book title is “The Complete Juggler.”

Someone didn’t like that I was parked in a residential area, so they called the cops. The cop showed up, and she was very kind. She told me I had to go park somewhere else for sleep, so I went to a Walmart and slipped in the back between two big trucks. It was quiet and dark, just as I liked it.

The brakes were not working—yikes! I had to go in the first gear to keep the wheels slow. I went to Eddie’s Garage, and they will see the van tomorrow. I will sleep in the van here in the parking lot tonight. I hope you sleep well.
   
The big storm will hit tomorrow. The winds are already starting to build. I look out the window and see trees blown every which way. The brakes on my van are getting worse and worse. I called and drove to Eddie’s garage; I hope they will take care of it tomorrow. Dave looked up and suggested getting his help.
     
I arrived late, so I parked and slept in the van. It awoke at about 3:00 a.m., as usual, but it was not right at Eddie’s, so I drove the van to his shop. With no brakes working, I had to drive carefully. I would barely step on the gas to start forward, then put the van into neutral/coast, same with reverse. It was a slow drive, but I made it to Eddies—a scary morning.
   
1/21–Eddie met with me early as he was opening up. He is a great mechanic, and so many customers came through; he does well. Melissa helps in the office, but she is kept quite busy. What a great business I saw.
   
If you are anywhere near Port St. Lucie in Florida and need help with your vehicle, contact Eddie.
You will be glad you did >>
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079603937117
   
There was just some rain this morning.
I’m glad I am in Florida.
Up north, snow is falling- even in the top of Florida!
 
I just heard from Eddie that my van might be a goner. He has yet to bring it into the shop to put it on the lift and take a look. My mind is reeling; I never thought about life without my van. I don’t know what my next steps are. My mind immediately goes to my daughters and how they might be able to help.
     
There is some hope that Eddie can get the brakes working again, and I will be okay with that, but things aren’t looking good. I’m terrified right now about my possible life change. Eddie also said the engine mounts are crumbling and need to be replaced. Something for the future, like so many other things.
   
Today was also a cloudy/rainy day. I’m not ready for this life change. My mind has gone sad. This makes me look at my entire life and wonder why I am here.
             
Do you have or know of someone who has a car they are not using that I could obtain for a low price? This may be necessary soon.
Please help me.
       
1/22–They have been working on my van since 8 am, and it is almost noon. They discovered that the two brake cylinders in the back wheels were leaking, which was the main problem. They also saw other things that need to be taken care of later.
   
Maybe it’s time for a new vehicle. I thought that the van was kaput, no more. They suggested other things that need to be taken care of. So, yes, it is time for a new set of wheels. Eddie has some guys who work with him; they are also quite knowledgeable about vehicles like Eddie.
         
I’ve been working on this blog while they are busy.
I just heard on the news that tonight will be very cold in the area.
That scares me a little, but I’ll be alright (I hope.)
     
After I left Eddie’s, I went to a local library. I am working on this blog and sending emails. I did not have lunch, as the library closes at 5:30. I will be here until they close, then go out and make dinner.
     
1/23–Florida is a bore. I am driving along Route 1 on the state’s east side today. The roads, shops, people, cars (there are so many), and places are the same. Everything is the same everywhere you go. I have a month to spend. What should I do?
 
I am now at The Gardens Branch Library, part of the Palm Beach County Library System (see pbclibrary.org). It is massive, very quiet, and very popular. It is a good place to work on the blog. They have a big parking lot, so I plan to drive to the other side to sleep in the van. I will let you know.
   
Today, I find life to be very dull. Living life as a solo venture can have its faults. Yet, no one wants to be with Kit. I could say, “I understand”, but I don’t. Being in West Palm Beach, I would think there would be many more things to look at, but there are not.
         
1/24–Last night, I parked on the far side of the lot and slept well. The library did not open until 10 a.m., and here I am.
   
I completed the tasks I had planned to do in the van earlier. Improvements have been made, and I am happy with what I accomplished.
   
One thing that bothers me about drivers in Florida is that many do not use their turn signals. This is a pet peeve of mine (what is a peeve, and how did this peeve get a pet?) At least let the world know your plans by using turn signals.
   
Here are my plans >>
Scheduled: I have an appointment with a neurosurgeon on February 25 to see how good or bad I am doing. New Jersey is a no-fault state, so they have to cover anything even casually related to the accident I had on April 3, 1982.
   
I have until about 21 February to spend time. I plan on staying down here until then for the warmth. Do you have any suggestions on what I could do?
     
My daughters, Jasmine and April, have been working with Greg of Selective Insurance (the insurance company of the guy who hit me). Selective will find me a place to live where I do not have to pay rent. Of course, you will find out more later.

THEN, KEEP DOING NEW FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!

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THE GARDEN THIS WEEK

I keep this section about gardening in.
I do like the skill and hope you do, too.

Winter now, but there are still things you can grow.
And, remember about indoor gardening.
     
A self-supportive life can be a better life.
A garden would be a part of that life.   
You must look into it.
   
Because I am back on the road, there will be no more words about the garden.
I do hope Beth keeps it up.
We did a lot of work establishing our vegetable garden.
   
When I drove the van seven years ago,
I grew stuff under the sunroof windows on the top.
I may start that up in my van garden again.
You will find out, of course.

START YOUR GARDEN TODAY!
IT MAY BE NECESSARY FOR YOUR LIFE!

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ALL OUR LIFE, WE MUST CHALLENGE OURSELVES!
YOUR CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK >>
Start planning your life and future NOW– STARTING TODAY!
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NEXT BLOG >>
BLOG 308–The Shaman and the Deer?
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AND WHAT ARE YOU PLANNING FOR YOUR UPCOMING WEEK?